Moving? Keep Your Jewelry Safe

Moving is a fact of life and when you have a large collection of jewelry, it can be extremely stressful. After you have all of your jewelry organized in your jewelry boxes from Chasing Treasure, it can be challenging to pack it up and move it. Here are some tricks for moving large collections without having troubles with tangles, breaks, and loss.


What Not to Do


If you love your jewelry collection as much as we love our collections of jewelry boxes, we understand your frustration with moving it. Instead of wrapped jewelry in rolls, plastic wrap, or plastic bags, there are several other ideas that work. You also cannot simply pack your jewelry in our armoire or boxes, because the truck ride will disrupt the pieces inside of them. Those large collections of jewelry need to be packed with care and this could take time. (But, it is worth every second).


What to Buy

The best tools for packing jewelry include small jewelry boxes and organizers.





How to Pack Necklaces and Bracelets


The most frustrating part of moving is packing and unpacking necklaces and bracelets so they do not tangle. Plastic straws are the best way to keep them from tangling. Pull one necklace or bracelet through one straw, then wrap it with a paper towel. Tie off the ends of the paper towels with yarn or string to the necklaces do not slide out. Obviously, this only works for small chains, but these are the ones that are the most frustrating to untangle.


Bracelets and necklaces that cannot be stored in straws need to be put in small jewelry boxes or other small pouches that you have around the house. Cuffs and other items that can easily be scratched can also be wrapped in paper towels and put in paper bags or plastic bags. Then they can be put in cosmetic pouches or other padded pieces.


How to Pack Earrings


Earrings can also be challenging to move. Smaller earrings can be put in bead organizers, the small acrylic boxes with individual compartments. These will keep them from getting mixed up and shaken up during the actual move. Larger earrings can be put in compartmentalized boxes with bigger holes. More valuable earrings should be packed individually, but everyday pieces could be placed with a few sets to conserve space. To keep the boxes from bouncing around in the moving truck, you can pack them with blankets or soft items of clothes, like sweatshirts.


Take Your Best Pieces with You


Your best pieces should be placed in small travel jewelry cases. These should not be packed in a truck, but should travel with you in your car.

Sleek Safe Deposit Jewelry Case for Your Fine Jewelry

Having beautiful pieces of fine jewelry is such a nice way to treat yourself. The shimmer, sparkle and shine from the gorgeous pieces can really make people sit up and take notice and it can really make a difference in how someone feels about themselves. Do you feel amazing with a beautiful diamond hanging from your neck or some shimmering sapphire earrings dripping off your ears?

The great thing about beautiful jewelry like this is that it is timeless. There is no trend or right or wrong way to wear it. Storing it properly is a critical part of caring for these items. Many people just use the jewelers box it came in to store it in their safe. But we have a fabulous jewelry box that is perfect for your favorite fine jewels.

The Safe Deposit Jewelry Box and Travel Case from Chasing Treasure is a must have box for storing important jewelry properly. It features a slim design with lined jewelry storage sections that slips easily into a safe or safety deposit box. It is even great for traveling as it can slide into a suitcase or carry on easily.

It comes with two multi compartment storage sections. One storage section includes ring rolls and four open compartments and the second storage section with snap closure includes a watch/bracelet holder plus three open compartments. What a great configuration for the finer jewelry you want to protect.

Now when you want to find that special piece you do not have to open several different boxes looking for the right one. A big plus is that it is all housed right in the same jewelry box right in your safe at home or safe deposit box for easy access. Perfect!

This is a wonderful, thoughtful gift idea too. Giving this box with your next fine jewelry present can really make the moment even more special. We invite you to buy one today for your Valentine!

by Gregg Nosaji, Contributing Editor for ChasingTreasure.com, online retailer of jewelry boxes, jewelry armoires and jewelry related gifts. Gregg is an event consultant and writes about gift ideas and special occasions.

Travel Jewelry Boxes - Gift Ideas for Graduation

Graduation is a memorable moment in the lives of young women and men and such an occasion calls for gifts that will be remembered and treasured for a long time too.  If you haven't yet selected a gift for your favorite graduate, then consider getting a travel jewelry box.

Travel jewelry boxes and cases provide storage and protection for your jewelry and accessories while traveling, whether it is for business or pleasure, and are sure to be appreciated by your gift recipient.

To help you get started in selecting the jewelry box that would be just right for your graduate, let's take a look at a few of the most popular styles in this field.

Reed and Barton makes a black travel jewelry box with a convenient carry handle.  The box is handsomely crafted with black faux leather accented with raised stitched designs on the strap closure and handle.

The case opens to reveal two side by side trays, an additional hidden folding tray that can be used as a traveling piece and spacious wells.  The lid includes a leather-framed mirror and pendant hooks with pouch, and the box accommodates rings, earrings, pendants and larger pieces.  Priced at $80 but available on sale at $59.95, it is an exceptional value and sure to be appreciated by a fortunate graduate.

If your graduate is a man then you should take a look at the leather accessories box manufactured by Budd Leather.  This men's box holds rings, cufflinks, studs and even a wrist watch or pocket watch.  The handsome box fits neatly into a drawer and lists for $60, with a sale price of $38.95.

You can also select a larger jewelry box if your receipient has an extensive collection that she likes to carry with her while traveling.  RaGar makes a European black leather box that is truly a jewelry collector's dream.  It is made of genuine leather in a French basket weave design accented with smooth trim.

This medium size case features necklace holders and shirred pocket, ring bars, watch pillows, gliding drawers, lock, fold-down jewelry tray, mirror and divided jewelry storage.  If your graduate is serious about her jewelry collection, then she will surely fall in love with this travel jewelry box.  The box measures 9 x 6 x 6 and lists for $155, with a sale price of $129.95.

Suppose your graduate is a frequent traveler and you want to provide a very practical way for her to use her jewelry while traveling, then the hanging jewelry organizer and travel case by Mele could be a perfect gift.

With a convenient hook for hands-free access this jewelry organizer provides storage and stow-ability not only for jewelry but for makeup and other accessories as well.  With four tiers it provides ample space for all her necessities.  With a list price of $45 and a sale price of $34.95, this organizer will provide value far in excess of its modest price.

I'll finish with a small watch and jewelry travel box.  This leather watch box and jewelry travel box for men is both handsome and useful.  With storage for accessories and rings, plus a removable watch pillow, this small watch box provides storage on the go and careful storage of a valuable watch at home.  If your graduate prizes his watch, then this could be the perfect selection.  It lists at $90, and you can get it on sale for $72.95.

These are but some of the travel jewelry boxes that are currently available.  If you take some time to look at the complete selection online you are sure to find a graduation gift that will be treasured for many years to come.